World-Class Medical Care at Affordable Prices
Chiang Mai offers excellent healthcare facilities that rival international standards, with JCI-accredited hospitals like Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai and Ram Hospital providing English-speaking doctors and modern medical equipment. The city has become a medical hub for Northern Thailand, attracting expats with its combination of quality care and affordable pricing.
💡 Healthcare Quick Facts:
Multiple locations in Chiang Mai
Part of the Bangkok Hospital Group, this JCI-accredited facility is the premier choice for expats in Northern Thailand. The International Medical Services Department was specifically created to serve overseas visitors and expatriates, with multilingual coordinators available to assist with language and cultural barriers.
Multiple branches across Chiang Mai
Part of the prestigious Ramkhamhaeng Group operating hospitals throughout Thailand. Ram Hospital is known for guaranteed higher standards of care with all medical officers speaking decent English. Prices are higher than local hospitals but commensurate with the premium service and treatment quality.
Chiang Mai University Campus
Established by Chiang Mai University, Sriphat is one of the most popular hospitals with expats due to its excellent medical services at very affordable prices. The university hospital combines academic excellence with practical healthcare, making it ideal for budget-conscious expats who don't want to compromise on quality.
Central Chiang Mai
Lanna Hospital offers quality healthcare with English-speaking staff and on-site interpreters for Japanese and Mandarin. Known for providing affordable, quality care with a focus on international patients, making it a solid mid-range option between university hospitals and premium facilities.
Medical team of doctors and nurses fluent in both Thai and English, offering comprehensive outpatient services. Walk-in and appointment services available for international patients.
Multi-specialty clinic located across from Global House on the second ring road. Staffed by fluent English-speaking medical doctors with appointment and walk-in availability.
Run by Dr. Morgan, a highly trusted English-speaking GP who is very well-known among the expat community. Provides family doctor services with a personal touch.
Three clinics throughout Chiang Mai with specialty doctors from various fields. Comprehensive multicultural healthcare system with English-speaking staff.
Budget Option: Great plans available from as low as ฿2,000/month for healthy Americans in their mid-30s, offering exceptional value for comprehensive coverage.
Include medical evacuation benefits on your policy. Chiang Mai has limited facilities for severe illnesses or injuries requiring specialized treatment available only in Bangkok or internationally.
Expats and foreign long-term visitors may pay almost twice as much for treatments as Thai citizens. Comprehensive insurance helps offset these higher costs.
Choose insurance plans that offer direct billing with Bangkok Hospital and Ram Hospital to avoid out-of-pocket payments and reimbursement delays.
Opt for inpatient + outpatient coverage rather than inpatient-only. Outpatient care is affordable but adds up, and comprehensive coverage provides better value long-term.